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AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS. There are 165 canals in Amsterdam, and you’ll get enjoy some of them on your canal cruise. Later in the day, set sail out of Amsterdam. (B,L,D)
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Dec 2 12:00AM UTC
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Dec 1 - 8, 2026
Samantha Musso
New Destinations Travel
sam@newdestinationstravel.com
985-276-9750
IMPORTANT NOTE: Total pricing is currently displaying incorrectly on this general itinerary - no, your cruise is not $60k! The pricing associated with each cabin option during selection is TOTAL for that cabin option, NOT PER NIGHT as displayed. Your specific itinerary will be manually corrected with the correct totals once your cabin is held and before your deposit is processed.
Discover fairytale castles and historic vineyards as part of this spectacular Rhine River holiday fantasy. Explore the canal-laden city of Amsterdam in all its seasonal glory, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history. Wander the stalls of France’s oldest Christmas Market in Strasbourg and explore the restaurants, open-air wine gardens, and Christmas Market of Drosselgasse, the cultural heart of Rüdesheim. Sail aboard an elegantly decorated ship through cities and towns brimming with beautiful decor, glittering Christmas trees and holiday spirit. Plus, enjoy festive onboard traditions and an exquisite holiday feast with all the trimmings on every Christmas Markets departure. Encompassing the Netherlands, Germany, France and Switzerland, as well as iconic landmarks and majestic mountain landscapes, this distinctive itinerary is truly a Christmas miracle.
The cruise begins December 1st. You will need to take an overnight flight from the US, so you would fly no later than November 30th. You can schedule your return flight the day you disembark, December 8th. If you choose the optional pre-cruise land ...
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OPTIONAL: Land Extension Options
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$950 / person
DAY 1 (Nov 29th) - ARRIVE IN AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS Arrive in Amsterdam and check into your hotel. DAY 2 (Nov 30th) - AMSTERDAM Follow your guide through the charming capital of the Netherlands, with its iconic meandering canals, bridges and dist...
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$1,830 / person
DAY 1 (Dec 8th) - BASEL – DISEMBARKATION – LAKE LUCERNE – LAKE COMO, ITALY Disembark the ship and transfer to Lake Como, Italy, stopping in Bellinzona, Switzerland along the way, where you will enjoy a brief tour and free time for lunch. Once in bre...
$2,780 / person
PRE-CRUISE DAY 1 (Nov 29th) - ARRIVE IN AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS Arrive in Amsterdam and check into your hotel. DAY 2 (Nov 30th) - AMSTERDAM Follow your guide through the charming capital of the Netherlands, with its iconic meandering canals, bridg...
OPTIONAL: AmaAir AirPlus Fixed Airfare Options
AmaWaterways offers roundtrip transatlantic flights for a fixed price per person through their AmaAir AirPlus program. Transfers to and from the airport are included when purchasing flights through AmaAir. An additional AirPlus deposit will be required at booking.
IMPORTANT NOTE: These rates may NOT apply for your preferred airline, flight, routing, or travel dates, and guests traveling together are NOT guaranteed the same flight schedule. Only choose this option if these factors truly don't matter to you. If it is important to you to have a say in these factors, I recommend we instead use the AmaAir Custom Air or book separate from AmaWaterways to set you up with the exact flight you prefer.
$999 / person
$2,299 / person
$4,299 / person
With over two decades of experience on the world’s rivers, our family-owned and operated company has remained focused on what we do best: providing our guests with innovative and unforgettable travel experiences. When you step aboard AmaWaterways, each day brings a genuine smile that warms the heart, every river a new culture that inspires, and each course a moment to savor and share.
AmaSerena is a regal river ship accommodating both guests who wish to socialize with kindred cruisers and those seeking private rejuvenation.
Dec 1 - 8, 2026 · Check in: 12:00AM UTC
IMPORTANT NOTE: The pricing shown here for each cabin type is the TOTAL for your cabin, NOT PER NIGHT. Once you select a cabin, the total price shown on the itinerary will be incorrect - don't panic! Due to a tech glitch, the system will treat your c...
Dec 1
AMSTERDAM – EMBARKATION. Embark your ship in Amsterdam for your Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps cruise. (D)
Dec 2
Dec 3
COLOGNE, GERMANY. Enjoy cruising to Cologne. Join a guided tour through the Old Town. During your free time, browse through the city’s most impressive Christmas Markets, offering 160 attractively designed wooden pavilions. As an alternative, examine ...
Dec 4
RHINE GORGE – RÜDESHEIM, GERMANY. Cruise through the captivating UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, the most stunningly beautiful stretch of the river before reaching the winemaking town of Rüdesheim. In the afternoon, join a wine tasting to discover the...
Dec 5
LUDWIGSHAFEN, GERMANY. Ludwigshafen is your gateway to a choice of four excursions. Visit Heidelberg, the perfectly preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany’s Castle Road. Discover the iconic red sandstone Heidelberg C...
Dec 6
STRASBOURG, FRANCE. Strasbourg offers flavors of both France and Germany because of its borderline location. Enjoy a panoramic tour past the stunning Parc de l’Orangerie, the European Parliament and the Place de la République before walking through i...
Dec 7
BASEL, SWITZERLAND. Enjoy getting to know Basel, Switzerland’s third largest city. Long an important university, banking and trade center, Basel’s glorious past is still evident in its medieval town hall, richly decorated market square and exquisite ...
Dec 8
BASEL – DISEMBARKATION. Disembark the ship and bid farewell to Basel as you prepare for your flight home. (B)